The European Documentation Center of Almeria collects in this entry the latest news, meetings and institutional statements of the European Parliament regarding the situation between Ukraine and Russia. To consult all the content of each news item, we suggest to follow the indicated links.
April 17
As heavy fighting and missile strikes continue to destroy critical civilian infrastructure, humanitarian needs in Ukraine remain extremely high. Despite access and security constraints, EU humanitarian partners are providing assistance to vulnerable people in different regions of Ukraine.
EU introduces exceptions to restrictive measures to facilitate humanitarian activities in Ukraine
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April 13
In view of the humanitarian crisis resulting from Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified invasion of Ukraine, the Council introduced humanitarian exceptions1 in two sanctions regimes concerning the situation in Ukraine.
EU introduces exceptions to restrictive measures to facilitate humanitarian activities in Ukraine
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April 11
The Commission has updated the EU Air Safety List, which is the list of airlines that are subject to an operating ban or operational restrictions within the European Union, because they do not meet international safety standards.
Aviation safety: 20 Russian airlines added to EU Air Safety List
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Ministers discussed the Russian military aggression and stood united in their support for Ukraine.
Ministers highlighted the importance of accountability for the gross violations of international law. The EU will support the International Criminal Court’s prosecutor and the Ukrainian prosecutor financially and with staff on the ground. The EU advisory mission will now be deployed on the ground to cooperate in the investigation and collection of evidence.
EU ministers confirm unity in support for Ukraine
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April 9
The “Stand Up for Ukraine” global pledging event and campaign has raised 9.1 billion euros for people fleeing the Russian invasion, inside Ukraine and abroad, including €1 billion from the European Commission.
9.1 billion euros pledged in support of internally displaced and refugees
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April 8
In light of Russia’s continuing war of aggression against Ukraine, and the reported atrocities committed by Russian armed forces in Ukraine, the Council decided to impose a fifth package of economic and individual sanctions against Russia.
EU adopts fifth package of sanctions against Russia
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President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and High Representative Borrell visited Kyiv, to reaffirm European solidarity with Ukraine and to announce additional support for its defense against Russia’s aggression.
President of the European Commission and High Representative visited Kyiv
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April 5
Based on the decision by High Representative Josep Borrell, 19 members of the Permanent Mission of the Russian Federation to the EU in Brussels have been declared personae non-gratae for engaging in activities contrary to their diplomatic status.
The European Union declared 19 diplomats personae non-gratae
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April 4
The Commission President has spoken with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about the appalling crimes that have been uncovered in Bucha and other areas from which Russian troops have recently left.
Statement of the President of the European Commission following her conversation with President Zelenskyy
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The European Union condemns in the strongest possible terms the reported atrocities committed by the Russian armed forces in a number of occupied Ukrainian towns, that have now been liberated.
Declaration by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on Russian atrocities committed in Bucha
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The EU will provide a macro-financial assistance operation of €150 million in the form of loans and grants to benefit the Republic of Moldova. The assistance shall contribute to strengthening Moldova’s resilience in the current geopolitical context, and covering Moldova’s balance of payments needs as identified in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme. It intends to support Moldova’s economic stabilisation and reform agenda.
Council adopts €150 million assistance to the Republic of Moldova
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News and statements prior to March 27:
Institutional statements regarding the situation in Ukraine (VII) 21-27 March
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Institutional statements regarding the situation in Ukraine (VI) 21-27 March
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Official statements regarding the situation in Ukraine (V)
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Institutional statements regarding the situation in Ukraine (III) 28 February – 6 March
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Institutional statements regarding the situation in Ukraine (II) 21-27 February.
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Institutional statements regarding the situation in Ukraine (I) February 14-20
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